Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 179,072 miles on the clock, averaging 10,606 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BV07 HKL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,072 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 10,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV07 HKL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About BV07 HKL
What car is BV07 HKL?
BV07 HKL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BV07 HKL?
The last recorded mileage for BV07 HKL was 179,072 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV07 HKL passed its MOT?
BV07 HKL has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2023.
Is BV07 HKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV07 HKL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV07 HKL?
BV07 HKL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.